2006 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 325 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5344 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |
